1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
